International House

2.0 star property
Hotel near KOMTAR in George Town

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Property grounds
Property grounds
Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets
Reception
Junior Suite | Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets
Reviews
8.0

Very good

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • GymGymGym
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping

Explore the area

Map
Jalan Sultan Azlan Shah, SEAMEO RECSAM, Gelugor, George Town, Penang, 11700
  • Popular LocationTESCO19 min walk
  • Popular LocationUniversity of Science-Malaysia5 min drive
  • Popular LocationKOMTAR5 min drive
  • AirportPenang (PEN-Penang Intl.)18 min drive

Room options

Deluxe Room

8.8/10 Excellent
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

George Town

Near the airport.You'll find TESCO and University of Science-Malaysia within 2 miles (3 km) of this hotel. Hospital Lam Wah Ee and Penang Bridge West End are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • TESCO - 19 min walk
  • University of Science-Malaysia - 5 min drive
  • KOMTAR - 5 min drive
  • Queensbay Mall - 7 min drive
  • Penang Hill - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • Penang Sentral - 22 min drive
  • Penang Intl. Airport (PEN) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • Little Siam - 18 min walk
  • Frank Laurent Coffee Roasters - 19 min walk
  • Minah Restaurant - 9 min walk
  • Delima Mas Cafe - 12 min walk
  • Domino's Pizza - 14 min walk

About this property

International House

Hotel near KOMTAR in George Town
International House offers its guests a children's pool, an outdoor pool, an outdoor tennis court, and a sauna. Public spaces have free WiFi. A fitness center, a library, and a terrace are also featured at the business-friendly International House. Free self parking is available.

This George Town hotel is smoke free.

  • 150 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
International House offers 150 accommodations with coffee/tea makers. Cable television is provided. Bathrooms include showers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested.

Languages

English, Malay

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Gym
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Sauna

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchairs on site

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at International House

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: MYR 2.00 per accommodation, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

International House Hotel Penang
International House Penang
International House Hotel George Town
International House George Town
House George Town
International House Hotel
International House George Town
International House Hotel George Town

Frequently asked questions

How close is International House to the airport?

International House is 7.8 mi (18-min drive) away from the Penang Intl. Airport (PEN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does International House have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at International House.

How close is International House to the beach?

This hotel is 11.7 mi (36-min drive) from Ferringgi Beach and 9.1 mi (28-min drive) from Batu Ferringhi Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does International House offer free breakfast?

International House does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at International House?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at International House?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at International House?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does International House have a pool?

International House features an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Does International House have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is International House to downtown George Town?

International House is 1.7 mi away from Mukim 13 Paya Terubong.

International House Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 92 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 49 out of 92 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 92 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 92 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 92 reviews" "

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Chieh-Min

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Bus stop just outside. Quiet Polite and helpful staff
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Sarida

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room is big. Comfortable. Location is with easy access.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Sakinah

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sakinah

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Air cond work very nice.. Shower have heat and cold.. Area room nice.. Have loundry room.. Bed so soft. Clener was clean room and change bed sheet. And wash toilet one day for one week.. Have big room. Have water heater and got nescafe pack, soap.. Staff talk very good
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mohd Azam

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The area is nice for me to rest for a night. I might come again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

4/10 Poor

Traveler, KL

Traveled with group, Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Old, dirty and very 'quiet' place.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Good quite place.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019